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Hero S
Released Discontinued 130 g (4.59 oz), 115 x 60 x 12 mm Android 2.3.4 (Gingerbread), Sense UI 4GB
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$160.00 PRICE (USD)
4.0 inches 540 x 960 pixels
5 MP 720p
768MB RAM Qualcomm
1520 mAh 15W
Pricing Mode: 🌐 Global (USD $)
Prices Price (USD) USD $160.00 USD
Official Price Global About 110 EUR
Network Technology
GSM / CDMA / EVDO
Launch Announced 2011, September. Released Exp. release 2011, October
Status Discontinued
Body Dimensions 115 x 60 x 12 mm (4.53 x 2.36 x 0.47 in)
Weight 130 g (4.59 oz)
SIM Mini-SIM
Display Type S-LCD
Size 4.0 inches, 44.1 cm2 (~63.9% screen-to-body ratio)
Resolution 540 x 960 pixels, 16:9 ratio (~275 ppi density)
Platform OS Android 2.3.4 (Gingerbread), Sense UI
Chipset Qualcomm MSM8655 Snapdragon S2
CPU 1.2 GHz Scorpion
GPU Adreno 205
Memory Card slot microSDHC (dedicated slot), 8 GB included
Internal 4GB 768MB RAM
Main Camera Single 5 MP, AF
Features LED flash
Video 720p
Selfie camera Single 1.3 MP
Video 720p
Sound Loudspeaker Yes
3.5mm jack Yes
Comms WLAN Wi-Fi 802.11 b/g/n, DLNA, hotspot
Bluetooth 3.0, A2DP, EDR
Positioning GPS, A-GPS
Radio No
USB microUSB 2.0 (MHL TV-out)
Features Sensors Accelerometer, proximity, compass
Features MP3/AAC+/WAV player

MP4/H.264 player

Organizer

Document viewer

Voice memo/dial/commands

Predictive text input
Battery Type Removable Li-Ion 1520 mAh battery
Charging 15W wired
Stand-by Up to 456 h
Talk time Up to 7 h 20 min
Misc Colors Black
SAR 0.80 W/kg (head)
Price About 160 EUR

Mini Review & Verdict

A smart summary of the HTC Hero S

Advantages

  • Convenient 3.5mm analog headphone port for zero-latency wired audio

Disadvantages

  • Network capability is capped at 4G LTE speeds without native 5G bands

Engineered from the ground up with a focus on structural poise and industrial refinement, the HTC Hero S exemplifies HTC's contemporary hardware craftsmanship. The exterior is assembled with a structurally reinforced chassis, providing a rigid backbone that resists torsional stress while remaining comfortable during prolonged handheld sessions. Up front, visual interaction is commanded by a responsive IPS LCD display measuring 4 inches , calibrated for precise color rendition, deep contrast, and remarkable outdoor legibility.

Internal computing horsepower is governed by the Qualcomm MSM8655 Snapdragon S2 architecture. The silicon handles heavy compute workloads, high-framerate rendering, and extensive background multitasking with robust thermal dissipation and zero perceptible UI hesitation. On the photographic front, the optics module—centered on a 5MP primary sensor—operates with disciplined exposure metering, yielding natural contrast balance and reliable detail preservation across diverse lighting scenarios.

Sustained endurance is delivered by a 1520mAh battery unit, backed by standard charging speeds designed to minimize downtime throughout grueling work schedules. With modern network support including steady 4G LTE, the HTC Hero S emerges as a technically accomplished, impeccably assembled device built for lasting everyday performance.

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